Deputy British ambassador to US abruptly leaves post
James Roscoe, the deputy British ambassador to the US, has unexpectedly left his position. His departure comes without explanation from the Foreign Office, which has not provided further details. Roscoe was a prominent figure in British diplomacy, having played significant roles during high-profile visits by both President Trump and King Charles III.
- ▪James Roscoe has abruptly left his post as deputy British ambassador to the US.
- ▪The Foreign Office has not provided an explanation for his departure.
- ▪Roscoe was previously considered a candidate for the ambassador role, which went to Sir Christian Turner.
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Deputy British ambassador to US abruptly leaves post6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleTom BatemanState department correspondentForeign, Commonwealth & Development OfficeJames Roscoe James Roscoe, the deputy to Britain's ambassador in Washington, has abruptly left his post. Foreign Office officials declined to give any explanation for why Roscoe had, as they put it, "left his post"Until his sudden departure, Roscoe held one of the most senior, high-profile roles in the British diplomatic service, as second-in-command at the British Embassy in Washington. He had also stood in for Lord Peter Mandelson for several months after he was sacked last year. Roscoe was one of those tipped to take over the role, which ultimately went to another official, Sir Christian Turner.
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